(3) All My Devotion: Who Strengthens Me?

Philippians 4:13 (NIV) I can do all things through Christ, who strengthens me.

You know when you hit that place in pursuit of something and it just isn’t working? Recently, I was in pursuit of something that I had not filtered through Christ. I talked about Christ as if He were there but clearly I DID NOT give Him any input at all. I mean what if He said…well…no. I even quoted THIS very Scripture (Phil 4:13) as I was in pursuit of my goal. Then a still small voice said, “Who strengthens you in this?” My answer was devastating to me, “Me.” The word strengthens here means to keep strong until completion. If Christ is in ALL THINGS He will be your EVERYTHING in it. He will be your guide, your refuge, your wisdom and yes, your strength when you want to give up.

Prayer

Jesus, help me filter all things through You and Your Word. If my desire does not line up with Your desire for me, help me trust You with even more. Help me take my risks with You rather than the risks of this world. Strengthen my trust in You. Help me hear that still small voice when I’m going my own way, thinking I know what’s best for me. I commit to be in pursuit of all things THROUGH Christ, who strengthens me to complete His plan and purpose for my life. Thank You for Your hand on my life Lord, in Jesus’ name, Amen.